Chicago, IL asked in Criminal Law and Domestic Violence for Kentucky

Q: I'm a 17 year old female and I want to Sue or press charges for domestic violence

My boyfriend who is 23 landed me in the hospital and where we were at the time it was a felony, I want to know how I can put him away or get something out of this because justice hasn't been served. He beat me down mentally and physically for months until he ended up strangling me until I passed out and I had to run away while he slept. He had bitten me and cut me and raped me since I was 16. I want justice.

1 Lawyer Answer

A: You need to go see the Conmonwealth Attorney for the county where this occurred, to see about prosecuting him. If you want to file a civil suit, you will need a parent or next friend to bring it on your behalf bc you are a minor. You may want to consult a civil lawyer in this aspect to help you.

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